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J.M. Smucker Sees Steady Lift From Uncrustables Brand Momentum
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Key Takeaways
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The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM - Free Report) is seeing consistent strength from its Uncrustables brand, which stood out once again in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Sales for the product line increased across both the U.S. retail frozen handheld and spreads, and the International and Away From Home segment, underscoring its role as a key growth driver.
Uncrustables has moved beyond its roots as a household staple. On the company’s first-quarter earnings call, management pointed to strong demand in convenience stores and institutional channels such as universities, alongside steady adoption from families and athletes. This broader consumer base is allowing the brand to remain resilient even as categories like peanut butter and snack cakes experience softer volume trends.
The J. M. Smucker is backing this momentum with meaningful investment. Its new facility in McCalla, AL, is set to boost capacity and provide the scalability needed to meet the rising demand for convenient, ready-to-eat options. These investments position the brand to sustain its growth trajectory over the long term.
Pricing has been another tailwind. Higher net pricing within the frozen handheld portfolio supported results in the first quarter, offsetting heavier trade spending in peanut butter. At the same time, lower pre-production costs tied to the new facility helped relieve some of the pressure on margins.
Uncrustables has become more than a niche lunchbox item. With growing distribution, strong consumer loyalty and improving production efficiency, the brand now represents one of Smucker’s most dependable growth platforms.
SJM’s Zacks Rank & Share Price Performance
Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have rallied 10.1% in the past three months against the industry’s 3% drop. The branded food and beverage products company has also outpaced the broader Consumer – Staples sector, which declined 2.1%. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 witnessed an increase of 12.4% during the same time frame.
SJM Price Performance vs. Industry, S&P 500 & Sector
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SJM’s Valuation Under the Spotlight
The J. M. Smucker’s current valuation suggests the stock is attractively priced compared to both its industry and the broader Consumer Staples sector. SJM currently trades at a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 11.27 compared with the industry average of 15.59 and the sector average of 16.92.
SJM P/E Ratio (Forward 12 Months)
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Consumer Staple Stocks to Consider
The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF - Free Report) distributes specialty ingredients to top hotels, restaurants, caterers, and gourmet outlets in the United States and Canada. It currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for The Chefs' Warehouse’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates growth of 6.6% and 19.1%, respectively, from the prior-year levels. CHEF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 11.3%, on average.
Celsius Holdings (CELH - Free Report) develops, processes, manufactures, markets, sells and distributes functional energy drinks. It sports a Zacks Rank #1 at present. CELH delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.4%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Celsius Holdings’ current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies an increase of 77.7% and 54.3%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.
Laird Superfood, Inc. (LSF - Free Report) manufactures and markets plant-based, natural and functional food in the United States. It has a Zacks Rank # 2 (Buy) at present. LSF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 11.3%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Laird Superfood’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings calls for growth of 21% and 23.8%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.
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J.M. Smucker Sees Steady Lift From Uncrustables Brand Momentum
Key Takeaways
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM - Free Report) is seeing consistent strength from its Uncrustables brand, which stood out once again in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Sales for the product line increased across both the U.S. retail frozen handheld and spreads, and the International and Away From Home segment, underscoring its role as a key growth driver.
Uncrustables has moved beyond its roots as a household staple. On the company’s first-quarter earnings call, management pointed to strong demand in convenience stores and institutional channels such as universities, alongside steady adoption from families and athletes. This broader consumer base is allowing the brand to remain resilient even as categories like peanut butter and snack cakes experience softer volume trends.
The J. M. Smucker is backing this momentum with meaningful investment. Its new facility in McCalla, AL, is set to boost capacity and provide the scalability needed to meet the rising demand for convenient, ready-to-eat options. These investments position the brand to sustain its growth trajectory over the long term.
Pricing has been another tailwind. Higher net pricing within the frozen handheld portfolio supported results in the first quarter, offsetting heavier trade spending in peanut butter. At the same time, lower pre-production costs tied to the new facility helped relieve some of the pressure on margins.
Uncrustables has become more than a niche lunchbox item. With growing distribution, strong consumer loyalty and improving production efficiency, the brand now represents one of Smucker’s most dependable growth platforms.
SJM’s Zacks Rank & Share Price Performance
Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have rallied 10.1% in the past three months against the industry’s 3% drop. The branded food and beverage products company has also outpaced the broader Consumer – Staples sector, which declined 2.1%. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 witnessed an increase of 12.4% during the same time frame.
SJM Price Performance vs. Industry, S&P 500 & Sector
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
SJM’s Valuation Under the Spotlight
The J. M. Smucker’s current valuation suggests the stock is attractively priced compared to both its industry and the broader Consumer Staples sector. SJM currently trades at a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 11.27 compared with the industry average of 15.59 and the sector average of 16.92.
SJM P/E Ratio (Forward 12 Months)
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Consumer Staple Stocks to Consider
The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF - Free Report) distributes specialty ingredients to top hotels, restaurants, caterers, and gourmet outlets in the United States and Canada. It currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for The Chefs' Warehouse’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates growth of 6.6% and 19.1%, respectively, from the prior-year levels. CHEF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 11.3%, on average.
Celsius Holdings (CELH - Free Report) develops, processes, manufactures, markets, sells and distributes functional energy drinks. It sports a Zacks Rank #1 at present. CELH delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.4%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Celsius Holdings’ current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies an increase of 77.7% and 54.3%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.
Laird Superfood, Inc. (LSF - Free Report) manufactures and markets plant-based, natural and functional food in the United States. It has a Zacks Rank # 2 (Buy) at present. LSF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 11.3%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Laird Superfood’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings calls for growth of 21% and 23.8%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.